Private tour in Athens Nikos G
up to 2 people
12 hours
Private transportation
1
Nikos G.
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Why this tour? It is authentic and personalized and I operate this private tour in a non-touristy way avoiding the delays, the crowds, and the touristy food, and by adding some extra free experiences where possible and time permitting. We visit the famous Meteora (UNESCO Heritage Site) monasteries from Athens. A great long trip and a long day but worth the visit! Meteora ("suspended in the air") was the hiding spot for the monks from the Romans. We explore two (or 3) amazing monasteries depending on your fitness and timing. We drive around the Meteora maze finding different spots to take photos and enjoy the amazing views. Then, you head for a great (included) lunch & drinks under the guidance of your tour leader. No fixed menu! Authentic Greek food, location, and people; away from the tourist traps. On the way back to Athens, we also stop to stretch at the battlefield of Thermopylae and the famous 300 of King Leonidas of Sparta.
Start at 7 a. m. From your Athens accommodation or port or airport, we'll drive north towards Meteora. ☼ The great Meteoron Monastery, built on an imposing rock, is the oldest, the biggest, and the most important among the monasteries. * ☼ In 1350 a daring ascetic named Varlaam ascended the monastery which was named after him. * ☼ The Holy Trinity Monastery, according to historical sources, must have been built between 1458 and 1476. * It is very important to mention that I will take you to several viewpoints in order to see and photograph the monasteries from different angles. This makes a huge difference from just visiting the monasteries. ☼ Lunch at a special location away from tourism and with authentic food and drinks. ☼ A quick stop at the Battlefield of Thermopylae to stretch our legs before heading back to Athens. * You will be unaccompanied by me at these sites since I'm not a licensed tour guide.
Contact your local guide to know more!!
All transportation is by an air-conditioned large brand-new 2022 vehicle. Larger (private) groups can also be accommodated but please remember you'll need to be part of the same family or friends. Please contact me for a quote. For 4-8 people, a large 2021 minivan will be used for the trip.
Airport: ,Cruise: An extra cost of 50 EUR for the airport pick-up and 50 EUR if you carry your luggage with you.,ByGuide: • Hotel pickup and drop-off within a 2 Km radius from the center of Athens is included. • Pickup and drop-off in areas outside of Athens with possible additional cost depending on the exact location.
Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 2 people
Duration:
12 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 2 people
Duration:
12 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
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